Week Six in the NA LCS: Upsets and Opportunities
The NA LCS had its fair share of surprises in week six, with some favored teams falling short. CLG and Cloud9 both had lackluster performances, losing one series each. Phoenix1, despite their momentum from Rift Rivals, also went 0-2 this week. The only team that lived up to their status as favorites was TSM.
Opportunities for Middle-ranked Teams
While the favorites stumbled, teams in the middle of the standings now have a chance to move up. Team EnVy, Team Dignitas, and Team Immortals all have a golden opportunity to secure their spots in the top four during week seven.
Who Will Rise Above?
Let’s take a look at our writers’ predictions, starting with the bottom of the pack.
Team Liquid: Missed Chances
Team Liquid had a game against FlyQuest that seemed like a sure win, but they let it slip through their fingers. Despite a strong start, Liquid’s mistakes at the Baron pit and Elder Dragon allowed FlyQuest to make a comeback and take the victory.
FlyQuest: Needing a Breakthrough
FlyQuest will need to step up their game if they want to move up in the standings. While they showed signs of life against CLG, they still haven’t been able to defeat teams above them. They’ll need to secure a win against higher-ranked teams next week.
Echo Fox: Sticking with Subs
Echo Fox has been experimenting with different players, but it hasn’t helped them move from the bottom three. With playoffs out of reach, the team seems to be giving their young players a chance to prove themselves for next year.
Phoenix1: Struggling against Dignitas
Phoenix1 faced a tough challenge against TSM, but their loss to Dignitas hurt their chances at making the playoffs. Despite improving their tempo, they still have some work to do to compete at the highest level.
Cloud9: A Bad Week
Cloud9 had a disappointing week, losing both their games. Their bot lane, which is highly regarded, struggled against Team EnVy, and their top lane continued to be a weak point against Immortals. The team should consider solidifying their roster and sticking with one top laner.
Team EnVy: Impressive Performance
Team EnVy had a great week, winning both of their games. Hakuho and Apollo played exceptionally well, and the team as a whole is showing improvement.
Team Dignitas: Bot Lane Domination
Dignitas is benefiting from their recent changes, particularly in the bot lane. Adrian Ma and Johnny “Altec” Ru have been performing well, and the team continues to win even when their star top laner Ssumday takes on a supportive role.
Immortals: Back to Form
After a stumble in week five, Immortals returned to their winning ways. However, they haven’t moved higher in the rankings yet, and they’ll need to show consistent strong performances before they can be considered a top team in the region.
CLG: Inconsistent Performance
CLG is currently tied with Immortals in points, but their performance last week was far from convincing. They’ll need to improve their macro game and bounce back before their match against Immortals later this week.
TSM: A Class Above
Despite some close calls, TSM proved once again that they are a top team in the region. They’re playing cleaner and more confidently than in the Spring Split, and they look ready to dominate in the playoffs and at Worlds.
In conclusion, week six of the NA LCS saw some unexpected results and opportunities for middle-ranked teams. It will be interesting to see how the standings change in the upcoming week.
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